Sachtler Reporter LED User manual

Reporter LED
Manual
Benutzerinformation
LED fixture
LED Leuchte

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Version: 1.1/11/10
Ausgabedatum / Issue date: 11/10
Bestellnr. / Order no.: S2408-4981
sachtler®
Vitec Group Videocom Division
www.vitecgroup.com
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make changes based on techni-
cal advances.
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Produkte immer auf dem
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Deswegen behalten wir uns
technische Änderungen vor.

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Table of contents / Inhaltsverzeichnis
Table of contents
1 Safety instructions ...............................................................1
2 Properties.............................................................................1
2.1 Scope of supply...........................................................3
3 Operation .............................................................................4
3.1 Unpacking....................................................................4
3.2 Mounting on the camera..............................................4
3.3 Starting the Reporter LED ...........................................5
3.4 Adapter ........................................................................5
3.5 ON/OFF switching of the Reporter LED ......................5
3.6 Dimming.......................................................................5
4 Changing the Reflector ........................................................6
5 Changing the LED module...................................................8
5.1 LED Module Disassembly............................................8
5.2 LED Module Assembly.................................................8
5.3 Note LED module.........................................................9
6 Working with the LED fixture .............................................10
6.1 Adjust 4-leaf barndoor...............................................10
6.2 Gel filter holder...........................................................10
6.3 Double hinge..............................................................11
7 Accessories........................................................................11
7.1 LED Power Connector Set.........................................11
7.2 LED Optical Set .........................................................12
7.3 Location Set...............................................................12
8 Service/Troubleshooting ....................................................14
9 Technical Specifications ....................................................14
9.1 Dimensions ................................................................15
10 Warranty.............................................................................15

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Inhaltsverzeichnis
1 Sicherheitshinweise............................................................16
2 Eigenschaften.....................................................................16
2.1 Übersicht....................................................................18
3 Betrieb................................................................................19
3.1 Lieferumfang ..............................................................19
3.2 Montage.....................................................................19
3.3 Inbetriebnahme ..........................................................20
3.4 Adapter ......................................................................20
3.5 Ein-/Ausschalten der Leuchte....................................20
3.6 Dimmen der Leuchte .................................................20
4 Wechsel des Reflektors .....................................................21
5 Wechsel des LED-Moduls..................................................23
5.1 LED-Modul/Ausbau....................................................23
5.2 LED-Modul/Einbau.....................................................23
5.3 Hinweise LED-Modul .................................................24
6 Arbeiten mit der LED-Leuchte ...........................................25
6.1 4-Flügeltor-Rahmen verdrehen..................................25
6.2 Folienhalter.................................................................25
6.3 Doppelgelenkbügel ....................................................26
7 Zubehör..............................................................................26
7.1 LED Power Connector Set.........................................26
7.2 LED Optical Set .........................................................27
7.3 Location Set...............................................................27
8 Service/Fehlersuche...........................................................29
9 Technische Daten ..............................................................29
9.1 Abmaße......................................................................30
10 Gewährleistung ..................................................................30

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BenutzerinformationReporter LED
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1 Safety instructions
Do not use the Reporter LED in water!
Ensure that during the operation of the light that enough
clearance is maintained around the fixture that the heat
it generates can dissipate.
The light housing may not be covered with any material,
as this causes a reduction in the cooling, which will
cause a reduction of the LED life.
Handle with care! Do not dispose of fixture in the trash!
Note: An input voltage higher than 33 V will destroy the
electronics inside the light fixture!
2 Properties
The Sachtler Reporter LED is designed for use as on-
board camera light.
The LED light fixture can be operated on low voltage
ranging from 6 VDC until 24 VDC. The integrated electronic
assembly drives the LED with the necessary current.
The standard power cable has a 2 pin Anton/Bauer Power
tap connector. There are other optional adapter cables
available to make it usable with other power sources (see
Accessories, chapter 7).
Due to its small and very robust construction, the Reporter
LED can also be used outdoors in harsh environments.
The front part of the housing is water resistant. Cover the
back side of the housing (switch and dimming knob) with
plastic bag and it can be used in wet conditions.

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The flexible double hinge allows a wide range of tilt angles.
The light fixture can be used in every possible orientation.
It is very easy to open the barndoor module for changing
the optical system of the LED module.
Optional accessories open up a wide range of applications
besides the use as on-board camera light. The Reporter
LED can be turned into a very flexible on-location light.
As the housing of the Reporter LED only warms up to
approx 50°C (120°F), the fixture can be touched soon after
use and can immediately be stored.

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2.1 Scope of supply
LED-Base-Module
(housing)
LED-Front-Module
(4-leaf barndoor, rotatable)
power cable
Reflector
Double hinge
Camera fixation
On/OFF
switch
Power supply
Gel filter holder
Dimmer

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3 Operation
3.1 Unpacking
The cardboard box contains the light fixture and a manual.
The Reporter LED is delivered including a standard reflec-
tor wide and daylight or tungsten LED module.
3.2 Mounting on the camera
Attach the Reporter LED to the camera,either with the 1/4”
screw or with mounting shoe, or use accessories for
mounting the fixture to any other desired location (see
chapter 7, Accessories).
Mounting shoe
The double hinge base
allows flexible positioning
of the light fixture. With the
variable height adjustment,
the light can be moved
over a wide range, allowing
hard shadows to be avoi-
ded.

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3.3 Starting the Reporter LED
Connect the Anton/Bauer Power Tap
connector to an appropriate power source
(nominal voltage of 6 VDC to 24 VDC).
3.4 Adapter
For alternative use of power sources see adapters in chap-
ter 7, “Accessories”.
3.5 ON/OFF switching of the Reporter
LED
Switch the R8LEDim on by pushing the
ON/OFF switch on the backside of the
housing.
Caution: A safe operation is only warranted between
6VDC and 28 VDC. Exeeding 33 VDC of input voltage
will destroy the electronics inside the Reporter LED
light fixture.
3.6 Dimming
The Reporter LED is dimmable from 20% - 100%. It can
be simply adjusted by turning the dimming knob.

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4 Changing the Reflector
An alternative reflector spot can be used (see chapter 7,
Accessories).
Changing the Lens:
Disconnect fixture from the power source.
Remove the barndoor module. The locking pin on the bottom
of the fixture must be pulled back with the use of the push
button.
The LED barndoor module can be turned until it detaches.
Reflector Spot
(Optional)
push botton
Reflector wide
(Standard)

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LED Base Module
Reflector
locking pin
LED Front-Module
nibs
push button
LED module
Change Reflector:
The reflector module is a loose insert and will fall out if the
housing is tipped downwards.

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5 Changing the LED module
5.1 LED-Module Disassembly
Disconnect from Power Source.
Remove the LED-Front-Module:
Follow steps to exchange optic module, chapter 4
LED-Module disassembly:
5.2 LED-Module Assembly
Insert LED-Module:
Take care that both contact pins of the light fixture extend
into the center of the holes in the LED-module.
Dismount the 4 cross recessed screws (PH) which are hol-
ding the LED module. The LED module can be changed
now. When reassembling the LED module, screws must be
tightened carefully to avoid breaking the LED module.
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LED-Module assembly:
We recommend setting the four recessed head screws
(Phillips) in following order and to screw them in only
slightly:
1. Upper recessed head screw (1)
2. Lower recessed head screw (2)
3. Sideways recessed head screws (3 & 4)
Only tighten them after having fixed all four screws. Do
not tighten too firmly.
Reassemble optical system and barn door module as
described in chapter 4.
5.3 Note LED module:
The LED module is an opto-electronic component.
Please keep in mind:
Store in a dry, electrostatic case
do not clean with a wet towel
only use antistatic brushed or cloths
keep free of grease
front side back side
electronic contacts
1
3
4
2

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6 Working with the LED fixture
6.1 Adjust 4-leaf barndoor:
By pushing the push-button on the bottom of the fixture,
the LED front-module is released. Press the frame of the
barndoor tight against the fixture. Then the barndoor can
be moved from horizontal to vertical position and vice
versa.
6.2 Gel filter holder:
The retaining clips on both sides of the larger barn doors
enable the use of gel filters. We
recommend cutting the gel into
rectangles of 12 x 7 cm (7” x 2,8 “)
in order to achieve perfect hold and
function.
Too strong diffusion or ND gel fil-
ters can reduce the light output sig-
nificantly.
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6.3 Double hinge:
The double hinge allows variable height positioning of the
fixture. In folded position the fixture is easy to transport,
either on the camera or in a bag.
The double hinge is self-locking, and remains in its desired
position.
Note: If the self-locking function of the double hinge
weakens, the 4 screws can be retightened.
7 Accessories
7.1 LED Power Connector Set
The LED Power Connector Set (Code No: S2403-0010)
expands the possibilities of powering the Reporter LED
from various power sources.
extension cable Anton/Bauer
Power Tap, length 1.5 m (4.9 ft.)
Code-No.: S2403-0103
adapter cable with
Anton/Bauer Power TAP
and-XLR 4-pin connector,
length 15 cm (19.7”)
Code-No.: S2403-0112

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7.2 LED Optical Set
The LED Optical Set (Code No: S2403-0060) contains
one Diffusor and one Gel frame.
Anton/Bauer Power Tap with
car adapter
Code-No.: S2403-0111
Anton/Bauer Power Tap -
PowerPlug connector (FSB
CELL)
Code-No.: S2403-0123
Gel frame
Diffusor
7.3 Location Set
The Location Set (Code No: S2403-0030) contains
1 x socket 16 mm, 1 x extension arm,
1 x mounting base, 1 x mini croko und 1 x AC power
adapter with EU/UK/US adapter.
All accessories work with 1/4” thread.

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Socket 16 mm
Code-No.: S2403-0104
Extension Arm
Code-No.: S2403-0105
Mini Croco Clamp
the jaw width can be extended
up to 9 cm by pulling out the
upper gripping jaw.
Code-No.: S2403-0101
Mounting Base
bore diameter = 4 mm
Code-No.: S2403-0108
AC power adapter with Power
Tap connector;
cable length 1.8 mtr. (6’) with
exchangeable adapter for
EU/UK/US
Code-No.: S2403-0113

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9 Technical Specifications
Construction:
Protective class:
Input:
Input Voltage:
Input Power:
Light output: (1 m distance)
with Reflector Spot
with Reflector Wide
Focusing ratio:
Permissible ambient temperature:
Max. housing temperature:
Weight of light fixture:
(incl. barndoor)
Mounting:
in accordance with EN 60 598-2-17
III protective low voltage
Cable 0,85 m (33”) with PowerTap connector
6 VDC - 24 VDC
max. 8 W
1181 Lux, angle of half intensity 28°
377 Lux, angle of half intensity 64°
by changing reflector
-20 °C bis 40 °C
54 °C (129 °F)
400 g (0.9 lbs)
Camera mounting shoe or 1/4” threaded pin
8 Service/Troubleshooting
There are no servicable parts inside the Reporter LED
light fixture.
Please use the following troubleshooting tips in case of malfun-
ction.
Remedy
Is the on/off switch set to “on”?
Is the connection to power source OK
and the power cable undamaged?
Wrong wiring ?
Problem
No light output:

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9.1 Dimensions
10 Warranty
Warranty expires if
 the light fixture was operated improperly or not in accordan-
ce with the specified technical data, or
 the electronic housing was disassembled by unauthorized
personnel.
We reserve the right to make changes based on technical
advances.
Please register at www.sachtler.com for an extended warranty
period.
Important: The serial number (found on the inside after
removing the LED barndoor module) must be submitted for
all technical inquiries.
Dimensions
80 mm (3.15”)
57 mm (2.25”)